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Is this email not displaying correctly? [View it in your browser](. [Digital Citizen]( This week's articles: [Dual SIM - What is it? What does Dual SIM mean? How does Dual SIM work?]( Published by Codrut Neagu on Feb 22, 2019 01:54 pm [Dual SIM] Have you encountered Dual SIM smartphones in shops? Do you want to know what makes them useful and how the Dual SIM technology works? Maybe you already know that, but you still have questions like what makes Dual SIM Dual Standby different from Dual SIM Dual Active? If you want to know what the Dual SIM technology is, how it is implemented in modern day smartphones, its advantages and disadvantages, read this article: [How to configure the default viewing templates in File Explorer]( Published by Daniel Parchisanu on Feb 22, 2019 11:28 am [File Explorer] One of the changes often performed in Windows is to customize the way File Explorer displays files. We show you how to make these changes once, and make sure they re-apply automatically for all the other folders that contain the same type of files. This magic is done using the default viewing templates, and using them is easier than you might think. Let's go together through the setup so that you can be more efficient in the way you deal with files in Windows: [7 ways in which browsers should improve private browsing (Incognito, InPrivate, etc)]( Published by Daniel Parchisanu on Feb 21, 2019 01:58 pm [Private browsing] Privacy is a hot topic, and our web browsers are at the center of most of our privacy battles. The first web browser that launched the private mode was Safari for Mac OS, in 2005. Since then, all the major web browsers have developed a "private browsing" mode. The privacy delivered by each browser has significant differences, and all of them fall short of our expectations about what it means to browse the web privately. In this opinion article, we want to advocate a list of features that can increase, in meaningful ways, the concept of private browsing. [5 best QR scanners for Android smartphones]( Published by Daniel Parchisanu on Feb 21, 2019 09:51 am [QR code] QR codes are all around us: you can find them on flyers, posters, websites, applications, event ads, or restaurant menus. They are two-dimensional barcodes, usually consisting of black square dots on a white background which can be read by an imaging device. They are used for storing alphanumerical data, and they are a good way of sharing information concisely, like a website or product information. Your Android smartphone or tablet can easily be turned into a QR code reader with the appropriate application and using the built-in camera. [Simple questions: What is the MAC address, and how is it used?]( Published by Codrut Neagu on Feb 20, 2019 01:22 pm [MAC address] MAC addresses are a vital part of networking. Much like IP addresses, MAC addresses can be a confusing concept for someone without a technical background. Nevertheless, in this article, we give you enough information about MAC addresses for you to understand what they are, why you need them, and how they are used. Let's get started: [Reviewing ASUS RT-AC67U: The most affordable AiMesh WiFi system!]( Published by Ciprian Adrian Rusen on Feb 20, 2019 11:00 am [ASUS RT-AC67U] ASUS RT-AC67U is a mesh WiFi system composed of two wireless routers. Their firmware was optimized so that they work as a mesh WiFi system while offering all the tools, configuration options, and benefits of a typical wireless router. All this at a price that is more competitive than the ASUS Lyra lineup of mesh WiFi systems. If we have stirred your curiosity, and you want to know what this kit has to offer, read our detailed review and performance comparison: ASUS RT-AC67U: Who is it good for? This whole-home WiFi system is a good choice for: [Clear recent files in Windows 10, and stop showing frequent folders]( Published by Daniel Parchisanu on Feb 19, 2019 01:10 pm [File Explorer] Windows 10 shows you the frequently accessed folders and recent files in the Quick access view when you open File Explorer. While this feature can be useful if you need quick access to your frequent resources, it might also be an annoyance if you are using a shared computer, and you do not want other people to see what you are doing on the same computer. These lists can be cleared manually or hidden permanently. Read on to learn how to it is done: [Reviewing Synology DiskStation DS418: Modular and well built!]( Published by Ciprian Adrian Rusen on Feb 19, 2019 10:00 am [Synology DiskStation DS418] Synology is quite the brand name when it comes to NAS (Network Attached Storage) solutions. Recently, we received their DiskStation DS418 4-bay NAS for testing. It is a well-built device, with excellent modular software. By default, when you turn it on the first time, it includes only the bare-bones features of a NAS. However, you can extend it to be anything you wish, from a personal cloud storage solution to a multimedia server, or a storage solution for a surveillance system. If you want to know more about Synology DiskStation DS418, read our review: [Block third-party cookies in Chrome, Firefox, Opera, Edge, and Internet Explorer]( Published by Daniel Parchisanu on Feb 18, 2019 01:28 pm [web browsers] Cookies are pieces of data that are saved in your web browser by the websites you visit. Third-party cookies have their origins on other domains than the website you visit. Most of the time, third-party cookies are used by ad services to offer you targeted ads that are based on your browsing history and your web searches. However, these cookies can raise privacy concerns as they can also be used to store your browsing history across websites that use the same ad services. [Sony WH-1000XM3 review: Probably the best Bluetooth headphones!]( Published by Codrut Neagu on Feb 18, 2019 10:00 am [Sony WH-1000XM3] Sony WH-1000XM2 were excellent headphones, but they had a few flaws. Now Sony has launched the next generation: Sony WH-1000XM3. The new model promises to be better than its predecessor. It offers high-end noise canceling features and premium audio quality, while also being lighter, more comfortable and offering a longer battery life than its predecessor. Is this real or too good to be true? We were curious to find out, so we tested and used Sony WH-1000XM3 daily, for about two weeks. 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